Preface

This book is for on-the-job use as a practical, how-to guide for assembling, threading, and troubleshooting the equipment involved. The range of material includes 35mm cameras and accessories, 16mm cameras and accessories, and procedural information to aid the user of motion picture equipment.

The material is designed to be valuable to both the professional and the student, to be consulted on the job for immediate assistance, and to be studied when more time is available.

It is not our intention to favor or “sell” any item mentioned. As with previous editions, hand-held cameras with less than a 400-ft capacity are not included. Many new cameras and accessories are covered, however. Furthermore, included in this edition are several items ...

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